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Systems engineering is a cross-functional engineering discipline centered on an approach, mindset, and process. All activities that consider both the business and the technical needs of the customers with the goal of providing a quality product that meets the users needs. The discipline that executes a robust process of design, creation, and optimization of systems, consisting of identification and quantification of system requirements, creation of alternate system design concepts, performance of design trade studies, selection and implementation of the best designs and verification that the design is properly integrated and executed. Process that proceeds from concept to production to operation.

Impacts departmental operations and responsible for planning/execution. The role has some autonomy but is focused on execution of activities within an operating discipline covered by standard functional practices and procedures. Some judgment may be required but this is typically with guidance.

Job Description

About Us:

Grid Solutions, part of the GE Vernova portfolio of energy businesses, serves customers globally with over 12,000 employees. Grid Solutions provides equipment, systems, and services to bring power reliably and efficiently from the point of generation to end power consumers. We electrify the world with advanced grid technologies and accelerate the energy transition.

GE Vernova, a dynamic accelerator comprised of our Power, Renewable Energy, Digital and Energy Financial Services businesses, is focused on leading a new era of energy - electrifying the world while simultaneously working to decarbonize it.

If you are ready to make a difference and usher in a new era of Energy, come join us!

Why we come to work:

At GE Vernova, our engineers are always up for the challenge - and we’re always driven to find the best solution. Our projects are unique and interesting, and you’ll need to bring a solution-focused, positive approach to each one to do your best. Surrounded by committed, loyal colleagues, if you can dare to bring your ingenuity and desire to make an impact, you’ll be exposed to game-changing, diverse projects that truly allow you to play your part in the green energy transition.

Responsibilities:

• Modelling and performing the studies; deliver study reports.

• Technical responsibility in areas of expertise.

• Provide guidance to peers on areas of expertise.

• Customer facing responsibilities.

• Processes: develop and industrialise solution tools and processes associated with the engineering activities identified above. Design Guides.

• Development: Be actively involved in new developments in HVDC technologies, implementing control and protection solutions and creating / delivering new analysis techniques and system study tools in order to provide optimized system study solutions.

• External activities: Represent the business in external events by publishing technical papers or participating in working groups (CIGRE/IEC/IEEE).

• Adherence to company policies and Code of Conduct.

• Health and Safety: consider Health and Safety preventions, risks, behaviors. Attend EHS training.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

• Minimum 3 years’ experience of network or transient studies for HVDC/FACTS/Renewable Energy/Inverter based Power Systems in offshore wind, industrial, utility substations oe grid interconnects.

• Able and willing to travel 20% including international and comply with GE travel guidelines.

Desired Characteristics:

• Master’s degree in electrical engineering including power systems and power electronics subjects with proven professional experience and technical expertise in the field of power system engineering and preferably in HVDC System Studies.

• Knowledge of system tools such as SIMULINK MATLAB, DSAT

• Knowledge of RAM Studies

• Independently perform in depth system studies listed below and/or specify scope, review, comment, direct/oversee 3rd party provider(s) for the studies below:

• Grid Compliance, Transmission network planning

• Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) study, Radio Frequency Interference (RFI) study

• Low Voltage Ride Through (LVRT), High Voltage Ride Through (HVRT) study

• Arc Flash

• Protection studies ... relay coordination, unit protection, real Time Digital Simulation (RTDS) for protection

• Cable selection and Sizing

• Network studies: Confirmation of the correct interaction between the equipment, its control system, and the rest of the network.

• Expertise in the use of computer mathematical and simulation tools as applied to the design of the activities.

• Strong knowledge on High Voltage substation North American standards & guidelines (IEEE & ANSI standards and codes such as the NEC and the NESC.), local Grid Codes and related equipment (safety, application, sizing, and integration). Moreover, ability to engineer design packages when no clear customer specification is provided.

• Professional Engineering license and willing to review and seal your work and the work of others under your supervision.

• Strong knowledge on contract and project management, Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC), or Engineering equipment package (EEP) project execution.

• Strong understanding of civil engineering and substation related structural design requirements.

• Working knowledge of applicable design calculations for primary & secondary equipment such as battery sizing & DC system component selection, power transformer and circuit breaker selection, circuit protection, control and power cable selection and rating, bus, fittings, insulator, and arrector selection, ground grid design, and lightning protection

• Field-testing and commissioning experience with safe work habits.

• Knowledge of IEC and CIGRE guidelines is a plus

• Excellent personal computer skills, including programming and design automation, and familiarity with AutoCAD strongly desired.

We deliver integrated project solutions to enable large scale electrification and support our customer needs.

*Hybrid out of Houston TX, Cary NC, Oakbrook Terrace IL, Foxborough MA

The salary range for this position is 94,100.00 - 125,500.00 USD Annual. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s experience, their education, and the work location. In addition, this position is eligible for a performance bonus. 94,100.00 - 125,500.00 - 156,900.00 USD Annual

Projected Close Out: December 1st, 2024

Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.

General Electric Company, Ropcor , Inc., their successors, and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a “Sponsor”). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor’s welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE is an Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights_10_20.pdf) . Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

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